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INQToday: Madriaga’s story meant to stop my possible presidential bid – Sara Duterte
Vice President Sara Duterte has denied any connection to Ramil Madriaga, who claims to be her former aide and alleges that drug dealers and Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) funded her 2022 campaign.
Duterte stated she has no personal relationship with Madriaga, has never given him instructions, and has never visited or spoken with him.
She asserted that Madriaga has offered no proof, only "bare allegations," and is seeking release from prison.
The Vice President believes Madriaga's statements are a deliberate attempt to obstruct and undermine her potential presidential bid in 2028.
Madriaga, currently detained for kidnapping charges, claims he was part of Duterte's security detail and 2022 campaign, which Duterte denies.
Duterte dismissed photographic evidence presented by Madriaga, claiming the images were taken at unrelated public events.
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